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Printer Parts and Labels
Caution Labels
CAUTION:
Thermal head and printer head are hot.
ATTENTION:
La téte thermique et la téte d’imprimante sont chaudes.
VORSICHT:
Der Thermalkopf und der Druckerkopf sind heiß.
CAUTION:
Caution labels for drawer kick-out and display module
connectors.
ERROR
PAPER
OUT
POWER
FEED
Paper roll
control panel
Paper roll cover
Slip paper
control panel
Front cover
On/Off switch
Auto-cutter cover
POWER
FORWARD
ERROR
RELEASE
SLIP
REVERSE RELEASE
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Printerd in Japan
Instruction Labels
CAUTION:
Caution labels for drawer kick-out and display module
connectors.
Ribbon installation
front cover
Label inside paper
roll cover
Label inside
cutter section
label inside
1
2
Label affixed on
the document table
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Quick Reference
This Quick Reference will direct you to key areas of this Operator’s
Manual. For a complete listing of topics, see the Contents.
Printer Parts and Labels inside front cover
Ordering Paper and Ribbons page viii
Where to order paper and ribbons.
Setting Up the Printer page 1-1
How to set up the printer.
Installing and Replacing Paper page 1-10
How to load or change the roll paper.
Validating and Verifying Checks page 2-5
How to validate and verify checks using the optional Magnetic Ink
Character Recognition (MICR) Reader.
Solving Problems page 3-1
How to correct problems.
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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko
Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the
information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the
preparation of this book, Seiko Epson Corporation assumes no responsibility for
errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the
use of the information contained herein.
Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of
this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by
purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the
U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation’s operating and
maintenance instructions.
Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising
from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated
as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson
Corporation.
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
ESC/POS is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
NOTICE:
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 1997 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan.
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FCC CLASS A
FCC Compliance Statement
For American Users
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invalidate
the FCC Verification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed
the limits established by the FCC for this equipment.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the
equipment.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigenves du Règlement
sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.
GEREÄUSCHPEGEL
Gemäß der Dritten Verordnung zum Gerätesicherheitsgesetz
(Maschinenlärminformations- Verordnung-3. GSGV) ist der arbeitsplatzbezogene
Geräusch-Emissionswert kleiner als 70 dB(A) (basierend auf ISO 7779).
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Product Name: Printer
Model Name: M128C
This printer conforms to the following Directives and Norms:
Directive 89/336/EEC
EN 55022 (1987 and 1994 2nd/1995) Class B
EN 50082-1 (1992)
IEC 801-2 (1991)
IEC 801-3 (1984)
IEC 801-4 (1988)
Directive 90/384/EEC
EN45501: (1992)
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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EMI and Safety Standards Applied
The following standards are applied only to the printers that are so
labeled. (EMC is tested using the EPSON PS-170 power supply)
Europe: CE marking
EN55022
EN50082-1
EN45501
Safety Standard: TÜV
North America: EMI: FCC Class A
Safety standards: UL 1950-2TH-D3
C-UL
Japan: EMI: VCCI Class 1
China (the People’s Republic of China):
Safety standards:GB4943-1995
Oceania: EMI: AS/NZS 3548 class B
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About This Manual
Setting Up and Using
Chapter 1
contains information on unpacking the printer, setting it up, setting
the DIP switches, and adjusting the paper near end sensor.
Chapter 2
contains information on using the printer.
Chapter 3
contains troubleshooting information.
Reference
Chapter 4
contains specifications
Appendix A
tells how to change the DIP switch and paper near end settings,
and
Appendix B
lists the EPSON Sales Subsidiaries and their addresses.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNING:
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid serious bodily
injury.
CAUTION:
Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself or
damage to your equipment.
Note:
Notes have important information and useful tips on the operation of your
printer.
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vii Introduction
Introduction
Features
The TM-H5000II and TM-H5000IIP are high-quality POS printers that can print on
slip and receipt paper (paper roll). The printers have the following features:
Slip Section
Wide slip paper capability (maximum characters per line: 88 with 7 × 9 font).
Copy printing is possible.
High throughput using bidirectional, minimum distance printing.
Optional Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) reader that enables the
printer to perform consecutive reading and processing of MICR characters and
printing endorsements.
Receipt Section
High speed printing with collective printing.
The standard auto-cutter provides easy user operation.
Ladder bar code printing is possible by using a bar code command.
New paper handling enables easy paper roll loading.
Both Receipt and Slip
Standard EPSON customer display series connector (DM-D102-012/DM-D203-
012) (Available only for the serial interface model).
Selectable receive buffer size (45 bytes or 4K bytes).
Command protocol based on the ECS/POS
®
standard.
Automatic Status Back (ASB) function that automatically transmits changes in
the printer status.
Available non-volatile bit image buffer size (384K bytes)
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Options and Accessories
Direct connection display modules, DM-D102-012 and DM-D203-012
(Available only for the serial interface model)
EPSON power supply unit, PS-170
EPSON ribbon cassette, ERC-31(P) / ERC-31(B)
Front extension table, WT-5000
MICR feed roller cleaning sheet (adhesive type)
Part name: Sheet-roller cleaning-A
Part code: Epson 1038046
For cleaning the MICR head, use the following cleaning sheet that is
commercially available:
Supplier name: PRESAT brand (KIC)
Part name: CHECK READER CLEANING CARD or
equivalent
Ordering Paper and Supplies
Thermal paper can be ordered from the supplier in your area.
Specified Thermal Paper: NTP080-80
In Japan: Nakagawa Seisakujo
2-5-21 Nishiki-Cho Warabi-Shi
Saitama-Ken 335 Japan
Tel: (048) 444-8211
Fax: (048) 443-6652
In U.S.A.: Nakagawa Mfg (USA) Inc.
2305 Lincoln Avenue
Hayward, CA 94545 USA
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Tel: (510) 782-0197
Fax: (510) 782-7124
In Europe: Nakagawa Mfg (Europe) GmbH.
Krützpoort 16, 47804
Krefeld, Germany
Tel: 02151-711051
Fax: 02151-713293
In Southeast Asia: N.A.K. Mfg (Malaysia) SDN BHD
Lot 19-11, Bersatu Industrial Complexs,
Jalan Satu, Kaw Per. Cheras Jaya,.
Balakong Industrial Area, 43200 Cheras.
Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Tel: 03-9047896, 9047900, 9047691
Fax: 03-9047889
Other Qualified Suppliers for Thermal Paper
The following suppliers sell thermal paper that may be used if
desired. Contact each company for information.
Original paper: TF50KS-E
Nippon Paper Industry Co., Ltd.
1-12-1, Yuraku-Cho, Chiyoda-Ku
Tokyo 100 Japan
Tel: 03-3218-8000
Fax: 03-3216-1375
Original paper: PD 160R
New Oji Paper Mfg. Co., Ltd.
7-5 Ginza 4-Chome Chuo-Ku
Tokyo 104 Japan
Tel: 03-3563-4800
Fax: 03-3563-1136
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Original paper: AF50KS-E
Jujo Thermal Oy (Finland)
P.O. Box 92 FIN27501 Kauttua Finland
Tel: 38-3932900
Fax: 38-3932419
Original paper: P350(F380)
Kanzaki Specialty Papers, Inc.
1500 Main Street
Spring field, MA 01115 U.S.A.
Tel: (413) 736-3216
Fax: (413) 734-5101
Ordering Ribbon Cassettes
The TM-H5000II series printer uses a long-lasting ribbon cassette in
the slip section. To order ribbon cassettes, contact your dealer or
your local affiliate. See Appendix B for a list of EPSON subsidiaries
with their addresses and telephone numbers.
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Contents
Quick Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Removing the protective material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Connecting the Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Installing or Replacing the Paper Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Installing the Ribbon Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Using the Power Switch Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Running the self test with a paper roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Running the self test with slip paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Adjustments and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Chapter 2 Using the Printer
Operating the Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Paper Roll Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Slip Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Slip Paper Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Using the MICR Reader (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Reading MICR characters on personal checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Printing problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Cleaning the paper roll print head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Paper handling problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Auto cutter problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Cleaning the Optional MICR Mechanism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Hexadecimal Dump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
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Chapter 4 Reference Information
Printing Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Slip Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Receipt Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Ribbon Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
MICR Reader (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Paper Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Electrical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Appendix A DIP Switch and Paper Near End Settings
Appendix B EPSON Sales Subsidiaries
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Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1
Setting Up the Printer
Unpacking
Your printer box should include these items. If any items are
damaged or missing, please contact your dealer for assistance.
See the note on page 1-4 for information about the hexagonal lock screws.
Note:
When you lift the printer, be sure to hold the bottom of the
printer to prevent damage.
Hexagonal
lock screws
These screws are used
only for the serial interface
Paper roll
Switch
cover
Ribbon
(They are not always included.)
1-2 Setting Up the Printer
Removing the protective material
1. Open the printer by pulling up on the tab on the front cover.
2. Remove the two dampers from the printer as shown below.
3. Store the dampers with the other packing materials and use
them when transporting your printer.
Tab
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Setting Up the Printer 1-3
Connecting the Cables and Grounding the Printer
You can connect up to five cables to the printer. They all connect to
the connector panel on the bottom of the printer, which is shown
below:
Note:
There are caution labels beside the drawer kick-out connector
and the display module connector.
Depending on the interface installed, the interface connector on
your printer may look different from the one illustrated.
The display module connector of the printer can be used only for
the serial interface.
Before connecting any of the cables, make sure that both the printer
and the computer are turned off.
Connecting the computer
You need an appropriate interface cable.
1. Plug the cable connector securely into the printer’s interface
connector.
Grounding screw
Power supply
Drawer kick-out
Display module
Interface
(See note below)
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1-4 Setting Up the Printer
2. Tighten the screws on both sides of the cable connector.
Note:
Your printer has inch-type hexagonal lock screws installed. If
your interface cable requires millimeter-type screws, replace the
inch-type screws with the enclosed millimeter-type screws using
a hex screwdriver (5 mm).
3. Attach the other end of the cable to the computer.
Inch screw
Millimeter screw
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